ITALIAN HORSE RACING IN MOURNING FOR THE LOSS OF POPE FRANCESCO

The news of the Holy Father's passing at 7.35 this morning has left the horse racing world in mourning.

In the coming days, men and horses were due to arrive in St. Peter's for the Jubilee of the Horse. Italian horse racing interpreting the common sentiment, expresses its grief, sadness and sense of loss at the passing of such an important figure for the entire community.

At today's scheduled race meetings, a minute's silence will be observed before the start.

Operators will have the opportunity to wear black armbands as a sign of mourning.